Cherry Limeade Popsicles
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4.8
Cherry Limeade Popsicles
Description
These Cherry Limeade Popsicles start with fresh pitted cherries simmered with water, sugar, and freshly squeezed lime juice. After cooking, the mixture is cooled and pureed until smooth, then poured into molds and frozen. An initial freeze is followed by adding popsicle sticks before freezing overnight for solid consistency. The cherries provide natural sweetness and vibrant color, while the lime juice adds a refreshing tartness. The popsicles deliver a balance of fruity and citrus flavors with a smooth texture. To easily remove the popsicles from molds, dipping them briefly in warm water helps loosen them.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Cherry pitted
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 Tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- Popsicle Sticks
Instructions
- Clean and pit fresh cherries.
- In a medium size saucepan add all ingredients and cook at medium heat for 15 minutes.
- Remove saucepan from heat and cool.
- Puree in a food processor or blender and pour into plastic popsicle molds (or any small container).
- Freeze for an hour and then place popsicle sticks in the middle of the container. Freeze overnight.
- To remove from mold, dip in water to loosen and slip out.
Notes
- Use mini shot glasses or similar small containers if you don’t have popsicle molds for easy portioning.
- Dip the frozen popsicles in warm water briefly to loosen them from the molds before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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